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KV03 RXD

2003 Peugeot 406

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2021
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

236,186 mi
Last recorded236,186 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV03 RXD
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2019 236,186 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2019 236,185 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2019 236,135 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 207,357 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 207,113 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 127,514 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 113,705 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 113,705 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 100,850 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2010 100,850 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 88,305 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 73,525 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2008 73,525 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 9 Mar 2007 58,547 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2007 58,547 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Mar 2006 43,264 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2006 43,249 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

How Reliable is the Peugeot 406?

Based on 2,150,418 MOT tests across 237,401 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
7,570
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
237,401
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 164,607
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 96,011
position lamp(s) not working 72,635
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,239
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 65,126
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KV03 RXD is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

Across all 2003 Peugeot 406 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 103,810 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Peugeot 406 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 164,607 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KV03 RXD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 406 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Peugeot 406 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KV03 RXD registered?

KV03 RXD is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 13 March 2003.

Is KV03 RXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV03 RXD shows 17 tests with a 52.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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